HUNTERS POINT BOARDING SCHOOL

Hunters Point Boarding School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hunters Point Boarding School school district, located in St. Michaels, AZ with about 173 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Hunters Point Boarding School (HPBS) is a grant-funded residential institution located in St. Michaels, Arizona, dedicated to serving the educational and developmental needs of Navajo youth. Primarily focusing on students in the lower elementary grades, the school operates with a mission to integrate rigorous academic instruction with the preservation of Navajo culture and language. By providing a structured boarding environment, the school serves students from remote areas of the Navajo Nation, ensuring they have consistent access to quality education, nutritious meals, and a supportive living community during the academic week.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while emphasizing a holistic approach that nurtures the "whole child." Beyond traditional academics, HPBS places a significant value on character development and the fostering of traditional values, encouraging students to take pride in their heritage. Through a blend of small class sizes, individualized attention, and a close-knit residential staff, Hunters Point Boarding School strives to create a stable, culturally enriching foundation that prepares its students for future academic success and lifelong community leadership.

For more information, contact Hunters Point Boarding School at (928) 871-4439 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.